Why do some people spread the flu while others avoid infection? Mizzou researchers investigate
Backed by a $19 million NIH P01 grant, Mizzou scientists are studying how influenza spreads, with the goal of developing better ways to prevent infections.
Mizzou researchers unlock new way to protect salivary glands during radiation treatment
A University of Missouri study identifies a drug that could help preserve saliva production.
Step inside NextGen, the building designed to transform the future of health
See how Mizzou scientists are turning discoveries into new ways to prevent, diagnose and treat disease.
Oct. 19, 2026
Mizzou researchers see promise in tongue exercise for ALS
A new study could pave the way for therapies that help people with ALS preserve critical functions such as speaking, swallowing and breathing.
Oct. 15, 2026
Mizzou celebrates 2025-26 newly promoted faculty; milestone anniversaries
The University of Missouri recently celebrated faculty members who earned promotion, tenure or both during the 2025-26 academic year, as well as those with milestone anniversaries.
Oct. 14, 2026
Mizzou launches Center for Translational Neurogenetics
The center brings together researchers and clinicians from across campus to advance the diagnosis and treatment of rare neurodevelopmental and neurogenetic disorders.
Oct. 13, 2026
Two minds, one breakthrough in heart disease research
Mizzou’s Keith Cassidy and Zachary Berndsen collaborated to solve a mystery that had stumped scientists for decades.
Sep. 30, 2026
Tigers from the ’70s come home to Mizzou
After 44 years of reunions around the world, a group of former resident advisors returned to the University of Missouri campus where their lifelong friendship began.
Sep. 29, 2026
Mizzou research offers new hope for those at higher risk of Alzheimer’s disease
A NextGen Precision Health researcher found that an anti-aging drug improved brain blood flow for those at greater risk of the disease.
Sep. 24, 2026
Mizzou researchers develop AI tool that reveals hidden clues in the gut microbiome
By finding biological signals that other methods miss, the new software could help scientists flag early warning signs of disease.